7307 - Tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves), of iron or steel:
Sub-classifications
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7307 1100
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7307 1100 30
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7307 1100 45
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7307 1100 60
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7307 19
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7307 1930
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7307 1930 40
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7307 1930 60
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7307 1930 85
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7307 1990
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7307 21
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7307 2150 00
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7307 2210 00
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7307 2250 00
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7307 2300
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7307 2300 90
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7307 2900
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7307 91
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7307 9110 00
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7307 9130 00
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7307 9150
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7307 9150 10
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7307 9150 30
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7307 9150 50
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7307 9150 70
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7307 9230
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7307 9230 10
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7307 9230 30
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7307 9290 00
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7307 93
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7307 9330
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7307 9330 40
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7307 9360 00
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7307 9390 40
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7307 9390 60
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7307 99
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7307 9910 00
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7307 9930 00
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7307 9950
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7307 9950 60
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Overview
This HTS category, 7307, encompasses a broad range of fittings designed for use with tubes and pipes made from iron or steel. These fittings serve the essential function of connecting, terminating, or altering the direction of piping systems. Examples include couplings used to join two pipes, elbows for changing the direction of flow, tees for branching lines, and sleeves for reinforcement or sealing. The classification is based on the material being iron or steel and the fitting's purpose in a pipe or tube system.
When classifying within Section XV, it is crucial to distinguish this category from other base metal articles and iron or steel products. Unlike raw materials (e.g., bars, rods, angles of iron or steel in Chapter 72), these are finished components specifically engineered for piping applications. Furthermore, fittings made from other base metals, such as copper or aluminum, would fall under different HTS chapters.
The subcategories within 7307 allow for further specificity based on manufacturing method and material composition. "Cast fittings" are distinguished by their production process, typically involving molten metal poured into a mold. "Other, of stainless steel" isolates fittings made from stainless steel, a specific alloy known for its corrosion resistance. The residual "Other" category captures all remaining iron and steel pipe fittings not otherwise specified, ensuring comprehensive coverage for this vital component of industrial and infrastructure systems.